Why Employment Status Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

Posted on Jun 18, 2015 2:31pm PDT

If you’re like most people, you work hard at your job to make a living
and provide for yourself and your family. No matter what industry you
enter, your employer should be classify you as either an exempt or non-exempt
employee. Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for time worked
more than 40 hours per week, while exempt employees are paid the same
amount, regardless of time worked. If you are an
exempt employee in San Jose but feel you are entitled to the same benefits as a non-exempt worker,
you may need an employment lawyer to get you the wages you deserve. Take
a look at this infographic to learn more about employment status, and
to learn why your classification matters. Please share with your friends
and family.